Kennewick, Washington
Quick Statistics
Kennewick is a community in Benton County, Washington, home to about 85,295 people spread across 28.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $39,056 a year, and a typical home is worth about $370,700. About 37.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 15 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, Kennewick ranks number 15 of 628 in population, number 385 in median household income, number 370 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Kennewick typically top out near 89°F in July, while January nights average about 29°F. The area sees roughly 2 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | West Pasco, WA | 3.9 mi. | 1,122 |
| 2. | Pasco, WA | 5.4 mi. | 79,575 |
| 3. | Finley, WA | 6.6 mi. | 5,634 |
| 4. | Richland, WA | 8.4 mi. | 62,753 |
| 5. | Burbank, WA | 9.2 mi. | 3,589 |
| 6. | West Richland, WA | 12.9 mi. | 17,586 |
| 7. | Wallula, WA | 15.1 mi. | 145 |
| 8. | Benton City, WA | 15.2 mi. | 3,695 |
What is the population of Kennewick, Washington?
Kennewick has a population of about 85,295 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Kennewick, Washington in?
Kennewick is located in Benton County, Washington.
What is the median home value in Kennewick, Washington?
The median home value in Kennewick is about $370,700, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Kennewick, Washington?
The median personal income in Kennewick is about $39,056 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Kennewick, Washington?
Since 1950, 5 tornadoes have been recorded in Benton County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Kennewick, Washington?
Typical July highs run about 89 degrees and January lows about 29 degrees, with around 2 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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